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Buyer II

Plexus · Neenah, WI · $63,900–$95,900 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about your buying experience. What kinds of parts and how many suppliers did you manage?

What they are checking: Whether their experience fits electronics manufacturing buying at the level a Buyer II needs.

Tell me about a negotiation with a supplier that went well and one that didn't.

What they are checking: Whether they can reflect honestly on negotiation and learn from outcomes rather than claim only wins.

How do you work with planners and production when you know a shortage is coming?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate early and clearly so others can adjust schedules before the line stops.

What would you do

A critical component is on allocation and the line needs it in two weeks. What are your options?

What they are checking: Whether they know practical moves like broker checks, alternates with engineering approval and supplier escalation.

Your MRP shows lots of action messages. How do you decide which ones to work first?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by production impact and lead time rather than working the list top to bottom.

How do you handle a supplier who keeps missing delivery dates?

What they are checking: Whether they document performance, escalate and find backups instead of tolerating it indefinitely.

About the work

Why can't you simply swap in a cheaper equivalent part for a customer's medical or aerospace product?

What they are checking: Whether they understand approved manufacturer lists and customer approval requirements for part changes.

How do you decide when to place orders given lead times, minimums and forecast changes?

What they are checking: Whether they balance shortage risk against excess inventory instead of just following the system blindly.

How do you manage the risk of counterfeit parts when buying outside franchised distribution?

What they are checking: Whether they know counterfeit risk in electronics and the inspection and approval steps needed.

How do you handle excess inventory when a customer's demand drops?

What they are checking: Whether they know options like cancellations, returns and customer liability under contract terms.

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The full job description

As published by Plexus.

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com . Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range: $63,900.00 - $95,900.00 Purpose Statement: Individuals are expected to be self sufficient in managing the procurement execution of assigned goods, commodities and/or services in accordance with the quality, delivery and pricing as detailed in Purchasing SOP's and WI's. Key Job Accountabilities: • Responsible for purchasing of materials in accordance with the guidelines set forth by Plexus management and the customer's contract in terms of AVL adherence, unit price, quality and delivery. • Makes tactical buying decisions with respect to the placement and management of all purchase orders. This process encompasses order placement, rescheduling and cancellations, as well as timely resolution of non conforming material, goods in discrepancies and invoice queries. • Minimize inventory while maintaining adequate material to meet production plans. Initiate appropriate corrective actions and escalation to avoid impacting the production schedule. • Collaboratively manage established procurement automation processes which includes optimizing, troubleshooting, and ensuring data integrity within our automation systems to support efficient and accurate purchasing. Includes tactical decision-making of when to leverage automation vs request exceptions in overall execution. Education/Experience Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree with 2 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered. Other Qualifications: • Strong analytical skills • Detail oriented • Ability to work in a dynamic environment across various functional business groups • Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills • Strong Google Workspace or MS Office skills with advanced knowledge of Excel • General office equipment and materials Physical Requirements: • Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements. This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at GHQ.TA@plexus.com . Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.

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